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V961 FJM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,790 mi
Last recorded111,790 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV961 FJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 111,790 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 110,541 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 110,053 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 108,195 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 108,132 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

O/S Headlight chipped

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 102,279 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

O/S Headlight chipped

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2011 102,279 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

O/S Headlight chipped

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jan 2010 91,718 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/F Headlight chipped

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 91,718 miles

O/S/F Headlight chipped

Pass 30 Jan 2009 81,813 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 81,813 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 68,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 60,482 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 53,612 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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V961 FJM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V961 FJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V961 FJM registered?

V961 FJM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is V961 FJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V961 FJM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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